New Delhi, July 18 -- Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar on Saturday paid an emotional tribute to West Indies cricket icon Sir Garfield Sobers, remembering their interactions over the years and calling him the "One and Only".

Taking to X, Tendulkar expressed his grief over Sobers' demise and recalled memorable moments, including the legendary all-rounder presenting him with the Player of the Tournament trophy during the 2003 World Cup and felicitating him on reaching his century milestone.

"It's incredibly tough to process that Sir Garry is gone. I've been looking back at the memories we shared over the years, from him handing me the Player of the Tournament trophy at the 2003 World Cup, to his warm words when he felicitated me for ...